Oakland Raiders at New York Jets 23 to 27

Sunday, December 29, 1968, Championship

The Jets began their playoff run at home against the Oakland Raiders on Sunday, December 29, 1968. The Raiders began their playoff run the previous week with a win against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Jets won, 27-23, against the Raiders, setting up next week's game against Baltimore Colts. The Raiders finished their season 12-2-0 in the regular season, 1-1 in the playoffs.


Oakland Raiders offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
443 393 50 0 18

Coaches

Head Coach: John Rauch Offensive Line Coach: Oliver Spencer Offensive Backfield Coach: John Polonchek Defensive Line Coach: Tom Dahms Linebackers Coach: John Madden Defensive Backs Coach: Charlie Sumner Kickers Coach: Bugsy Engelberg Strength Coach: Marv Marinovich


New York Jets offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
400 256 144 2 25

Coaches

Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Offensive Coordinator: Clive Rush Offensive Line Coach: Joe Spencer Defensive Line Coach: Buddy Ryan